1.7ct Tourmaline (Emerald, 9×6mm, Dark Green) vs 3ct Topaz (Emerald, 10×8mm, Blue)
Quick summary: When looked from above (face-up position), 3ct Topaz (10×8mm, emerald cut) appears 48% larger than 1.7ct Tourmaline (9×6mm, emerald cut). See below how they compare side-by-side on a ring and finger.
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Actual sizes of
1.7ct Tourmaline Emerald (9×6mm, Dark Green)
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3ct Topaz Emerald (10×8mm, Blue)
as they would appear on a ring and finger.
Adjust the ring and finger size to get an idea of how these gemstones would look on your finger.
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Face-up Size
All things being equal, Topaz will face-up smaller than Tourmaline for a given
carat weight, because it has higher specific gravity
(3.53 vs. 3.1 - this means it's "heavier" compared to Tourmaline of the same size). Face-up size also depends heavily on the
proportions of the cut.
Face-up area is a measure of the size of the gem when viewed from above (as set in a ring). It tells you how big the gem is at the girdle plane.
Face-up area is a measure of the size of the gem when viewed from above (as set in a ring). It tells you how big the gem is at the girdle plane.
| 1.7 Ct Tourmaline (Emerald) | 3 Ct Topaz (Emerald) | |
| 9×6 mm | vs | 10×8 mm |
| 50.22 mm² | 74.4 mm² |
| 1.7ct Tourmaline Emerald (9×6mm) | |
| 3ct Topaz Emerald (10×8mm) | |
| Difference: 48% (24.18 mm²) |
3ct Topaz Emerald (10×8mm) has approx. 48% more face-up area than 1.7ct Tourmaline Emerald (9×6mm).
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